GIS Analyst

Aventia; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision

Short- & long-term disability

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Wellness leave

Professional development

Job summary

KC Harvey Environmental is seeking a Staff GIS Analyst to join our geospatial team. This full-time, office-based role can be located in Bozeman, MT; Sheridan, WY; Pinedale, WY; Salt Lake City, UT; or Denver, CO.

You will design, analyze, and visualize geospatial data across industries, delivering clean, effective maps for clients and regulatory agencies. The role focuses on cartography, GIS depth, and web/mobile data work, with opportunities to grow in GIS, web mapping, and field data collection

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography or GIS or related field; GIS certificate may substitute.
• 2-5 years of professional GIS experience, preferably in consulting.
• Strong cartographic and graphic design skills; portfolio encouraged.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Portal, Field Maps and Survey123.
• MS Office (Excel and Word) proficiency; geodatabase management experience.
• Desirable: Python/ArcPy, Adobe Illustrator or InDesign, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and QGIS.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality maps, figures, and exhibits for permits and reports.
• Develop and maintain cartographic standards and map templates.
• Build and maintain ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123 forms for field crews.
• Manage geodatabases and ArcGIS Online/Portal content with accuracy.
• Process QA/QC and integrate GPS/mobile data from field crews.
• Perform vector/raster spatial analyses and terrain/DEM analysis.
• Develop dashboards and web apps for project tracking and clients.
• Collaborate with teams to meet project needs and schedules.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online/Portal

ArcGIS Field Maps

Survey123

Python/ArcPy

QGIS

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Illustrator

InDesign

Excel

Word

Geodatabases

GIS portfolio

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geography or GIS

GIS certificate with experience

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online/Portal

Survey123

ArcGIS Field Maps

Python/ArcPy

QGIS

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Illustrator

InDesign

Excel

Job description

Who We Are

KC Harvey Environmental (an Aventia company) is a rapidly expanding environmental consulting and field services firm based in Bozeman, Montana. We maintain regional operations in Alaska, Colorado, North Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming, with additional remote teams working throughout the Rocky Mountains and Northern Great Plains.

Our team plays a vital role in supporting industries and agencies that rely on expert environmental permitting, reclamation, restoration, and remediation. As data‑driven innovators, we thrive on solving tough problems, charting new paths forward, and taking on the interesting, challenging work found across North and Central America.

Position Summary

KC Harvey Environmental is seeking a Staff GIS Analyst to join our geospatial team. Reporting to the GIS Manager, this full-time, office-based position can be located in our Bozeman, Montana; Sheridan, Wyoming; Pinedale, Wyoming; Salt Lake City, Utah; or Denver, Colorado office. The Staff GIS Analyst will work alongside scientists, engineers, and project managers to design, analyze, and visualize the geospatial elements of projects across all KC Harvey service lines, including mining, oil and gas, energy, reclamation, permitting, wildlife, and government work. Cartography is at the heart of this role: the ideal candidate takes pride in producing clean, well-designed maps and figures that communicate complex information clearly to clients, regulatory agencies, and the public. This position offers the opportunity to build technical depth in GIS, web mapping, and mobile data collection while gaining exposure to a diverse portfolio of environmental consulting projects throughout the Western U.S.

Position Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality maps, figures, and exhibits for permit applications, technical reports, client deliverables, and proposals, with careful attention to layout, symbology, typography, and visual hierarchy
• Help develop and maintain company cartographic standards and map templates
• Build, configure, and maintain ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123 forms to support field crews
• Manage geodatabases and ArcGIS Online/Portal content, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and organization
• Process, QA/QC, and integrate GPS and mobile data collected by field crews
• Conduct vector and raster spatial analyses, including geometry calculations, buffers, overlays, viewsheds, and terrain/DEM analysis
• Develop dashboards and web applications for internal project tracking and client use
• Collaborate with project managers and technical staff to understand project needs and deliver GIS products on schedule and within budget
• Support an array of projects throughout the U.S.

Qualifications

KEY CAPABILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geographic Information Science, Environmental Science, or related field; a GIS certificate combined with relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 2-5 years of professional GIS experience, preferably in a consulting or professional services environment
• Strong cartographic and graphic design skills; applicants should submit a portfolio or map samples with their application
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Portal, ArcGIS Field Maps, and Survey123
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word
• Experience with vector and raster spatial analysis and geodatabase management
• Preferred: experience with Python/ArcPy, Adobe Illustrator or InDesign, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and QGIS; GISP certification
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality deliverables
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work on schedule
• Problem-solving ability to handle unexpected challenges requiring quick thinking and flexibility
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to participate in pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Report daily to the Bozeman, Montana; Sheridan, Wyoming; Salt Lake City, Utah; or Denver, Colorado office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to travel occasionally to other KC Harvey offices or client meetings as needed.

What You Will Get

This is a full-time, hourly position. We offer a robust and competitive benefits package that includes a 401(k) with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending account options. You’ll also benefit from a generous paid time off program that includes nine paid holidays annually, vacation time, and wellness leave, along with strong support for continuing education and professional development.